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Back-to-School Fair The Macon County Back-toSchool Fair will be held Saturday, August 3, 2013 at Macon County Park Expo Center on Highway 63 South in Macon. This event is for Macon County kindergarten through 5th grade from 9am until noon. There will be exhibitors, school supplies, air evac, and games. Everything is free of charge. For more information, see page 8A. For questions, call 660-3852173.

Annual Flywheel Reunion Begins This Week!

The 33rd Annual Macon County Flywheel Reunion begins Thursday, July 25 and runs through July 27 and will be located at Macon County Park.

Many events are scheduled including Bingo, a baby show, Little Mr. And Miss contest, tractor games, a draft horse pull, a tractor pull, a craft show and flea market, many displays and food. Once again, the carnival from the NEMO Fair has also been booked.

The admission price for the Flywheel is $10 for all three days, ages 10 and over.

Please note that the cost of the carnival is separate. See page 8A for the schedule of events.

Curves Of Macon To Close Curves of Macon, MO will close July 26th. Just 3 months short of their 10-year anniversary—citing a declining membership and rising costs.

“This was probably one of the toughest decision I’ve ever seen my boss make.

It was a very heartbreaking decision for Doris. Not only did our membership decline so did Doris’ health.” States Shallon Collier, Manager of Curves. “I know what she puts into it monthly not just financially but physically and knew that she wouldn’t be able to carry either burden much longer.”

Doris Claypoole, owner/operator of Curves for the last 7 years, has struggled for the last three to keep the doors open.

When she suffered a heart attack in May of last year things really changed. Doctors advised her that she probably shouldn’t continue doing what she was doing. Doris was determined to keep the facility going because of all the women who have been attending since the doors opened, but other health issues have continued to get in the way of that along with the financial burden.

Shallon said they were actually contracted to stay open another year and half, “But we’ve lost members and we just haven’t been able to get new ones back in.

Doris just can’t afford to spend money on mailings and advertising and keep losing.”

Curves of Macon is currently down to only 47 members, where as in the past they had anywhere from 80 to 100. Shallon said it also didn’t help that Curves wouldn’t waive several new requirements that just drove up the costs of running the facility, despite Doris’ difficulties.

“When our members found out we would be closing they were devastated.”

Shallon said. “They just looked at me and said ‘What are we going to do now? This is all we know.’”

“What are they going to do now? It’s been hard, but I’ve referred them to the YMCA here in town. People say they are the reason our membership as declined, and that may be true, but I look at it as a place for them to continue a healthy lifestyle. I never saw us as competing with the Y, I’ve always seen it as a group effort in keeping our community healthy and I want to continue to see that happen. I’ve even considered joining myself. We’ve got

to keep in touch some how. I just have to convince them that it is something they will be able to do. We are really going to miss these ladies.” said Shallon.

“Strengthening Women is the Curves motto, but it’s so much more than that.”

Shallon says. “It’s a family environment.

Curves has been a place to run into old friends and make new ones. Lots of town news, stories, recipes, and health tips have been swapped while working out

on the machines. We’ve laughed together, we’ve cried together, and we’ve even laughed until we cried. I’ve learned from them probably more than they have ever learned from me. They are like a second family to us here.”

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FIRST PLACE CHAMPS!

Randa Holden, Kelsey Petre and Chloe Shoemaker of Macon R-1 High School attended the Cheerleading Competition in Moberly, Missouri on July 18. The girls won 1st place in the Class 2 Small Varsity.

TOWN & COUNTRY FAIR BABIES

58th Annual Callao Harvest Fiesta!

The 58th Annual Annual Callao Harvest begins Friday, August 2nd and runs through Saturday, August 3rd.

Many events are scheduled including Kids’ Carnival Games, Baby Show, Queen Contest, Little Mr. And Miss Callao contest, Little Mr. and Miss Farmer Contest, Parade, performances by “Just Friends”, “Riker” and “Answered Prayers Ministry”.

L to R Girls; 1st place: Reese Britt, daughter of Chris and Michelle Britt of Callao; 2nd place: Izzabella Christensen, daughter of Bradley and Christina Christensen of Bevier.

Second row: Boys; 1st place Jax Cole, son of Dustin and Lacy Cole of Bevier; 2nd place: Acien Brown son of Troy Brown and Maria Rash of Macon; 3rd place: Bentley Bartlett, son of Stormy Bartlett of Callao.

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Callao American Legion

Can You Guess This Lad? Give us a call at the office (660) 332-4431or email your guesses to lpnews@marktwain.net Be Fair Now.... Family Doesn’t Count!

The Green Theatre is getting a new canopy, using the proceeds of several years of fundraisers by the Friends For La Plata Preservation. Jonathan Waddington, contractor from Kirksville, and his helper Kevin Will, have made quick progress on installing the canopy in it’s original style.

Stump Your Friends

Last week the 3 hints did not belong with the photo, but we did have a winner, Ralph Johnson of Macon, who guessed correctly. It was Dale Wolf. If you have photos of old time memories, whether it be people, landmarks, etc. we’d love to share them.

Don’t forget you could win $5.00 from the Chew-Choo Cafe at La Plata Pharmacy.

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Macon County Road Maintenance The following is a list of general highway construction and maintenance scheduled for July 22 - August 2 for Macon County in MoDOT’s northeast district. This work will include lane closures and at times delays can be expected. All work is weather dependent and could be delayed or rescheduled.

Crews will be working during daylight work hours unless otherwise indicated. Various forms of traffic control such as flaggers, portable traffic signals, cautionary signs, and protective trucks will be in place to secure the safety of the motoring public as well as the safety of highway crews.

With the exception of some short-term maintenance work on various low traffic volume roads, all roadwork is posted on the traveler information map daily. Motorists are encouraged to check the online map at www.modot. org for new work zones each day. MoDOT also offers messages sent directly to your email when roadwork is scheduled. Sign up for e-updates at www.modot.org or call MoDOT’s

customer service center at 1-888-275-6636 for assistance.

Macon County Maintenance: Route J - July 22-26 road closed for 5 days beginning at 8 a.m. on Mon., July 22 for railroad crossing repairs at the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad crossing in Elmer.

Route J will remain closed to traffic at the railroad crossing until Friday, July 26 at 5 p.m. Motorists must use alternate routes during this time.

Route C - July 23-24 one lane traffic 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. from the north Bevier city limits to the south Bevier city limits for pavement repairs.

MO 3 - July 24 road closed 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. north of Callao from Florida Place to Hemlock Road for culvert replacement; motorists must use alternate routes during this time.

Various Routes - July 22-Aug. 2 possible intermittent lane closures or slow moving vehicles blocking driving lane for surface and/or roadside maintenance operations in various locations.

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Callao American Legion Post 360 and Auxiliary met June 13, 2013.

After the blessing, a carry in meal was enjoyed.

Hostesses for the evening were; Glenda Brown, June Standley, Lisa Kalenian and Elsie Sagaser.

After the meal The Legion and Auxiliary divided into individual meetings.

Commander Bob Maddox called the Callao American Legion Post 360 Post 360 meeting to order at 20:00 hours. Old Business: Memorial Day Service was held in the building. We had a lot of compliments on the Service. June 8, we went to the DUV Convention at Macon Comfort Inn to do the Flag Ceremony. Men that went were Connie Watson, Joel Adams, Tom Summerfelt, and Wendell Freeman. Treasury Report: $1,688.18.

New Business: More discussion on training with rifles. We will meet on Tuesday, June 18 for training. New officers for the new year will be, Bob Maddox, Commander, Wendell Freeman, Vice Commander, Financial Officer, Connie Watson, Historian, C. R. Coffman and Bernie Ford. Secretary Adjunct, Steve Christenson, Chaplin, Steve Spink, Sergent at Arms, Tom Summerfelt. Motion made by Steve Spink to have a Sons of American Legion and seconded by Don Zeller. Membership will be $15.00 dues. We are planning a flag burning ceremony in September 2013. Departing Ceremony for National Guard will be 10:00 a.m.

Saturday, 15th of June at Hugh Dunn Field, Macon School. Meeting adjourned at 20:55 hrs.

AUXILIARY: Linda Maddox called the meeting to order with the Pledge to the Flag and the Preamble. June Standly gave the roll call with the following 14 members including 1 Jr. Member and 3 guests present; Connie Summerfelt, Katherine Thomas, Marcie Thomas (guest), Nadine Wooton (guest), CiCi Spink, Violet Watson, Katie Summerfelt, (Jr. Member), Tracey Schaffer (guest), Glenda Brown, June Standley, Linda Maddox, Elsie Sagaser, Lisa Kalenian and Cayrol Coffman. The Secretary’s and Treasurers Reports were given and approved.

A thank you was read from the American Legion Auxiliary National Headquarters Emergency Fund for the donation that was sent.

Girls state was discussed.

In Old Business, Deployment Ceremony was discussed, times to meet, and location at 10:00. Gift for Veterans for July 4th was discussed. A Get Well card was signed. Meeting was adjourned.

Callao American Legion Post 360 and Auxiliary met July 11, 2013.

Commander Bob Maddox called the meeting to order. After a blessing by Lauretta Yutz, a carry in meal was enjoyed. Hostesses for the evening were; Janet Kelley, Elsie Sagaser, Wanda Wyatt and June Standley. After the meal The Legion and Auxiliary divided into individual meetings.

Commander Bob Maddox called the Legion meeting to order at 19:35 hrs. In old business, only three men showed up for the training meeting. Seven were there for the National Guard Ceremony at Macon. Treasurers Report - $1,639.75.

New Business: Work needs to be done at the back of the building.

Clean up.

Funeral at Jacksonville Cemetery Monday, July 15 at 1:00 p.m. Meet at Callao Legion Hall. Military Day at State Fair August 11 at 2:00 p.m. State Convention September 19, 20 and 21 at Jeff City Capital Plaza Hotel. Callao Parade August 3 at 4:00 p.m.

Bevier Parade August 10, 12:30 p.m. Callao Food Stand, August 3, 8:00 a.m.

Adjourned 20:18 hrs.

AUXILIARY: Linda Maddox called the meeting to order with the Pledge of the Flag. June Standley gave the roll call with the following 16 members including one Jr. member present: Catrina Sommerfeldt (Jr. Member), Connie Sommerfeldt, Louise Davis, Violet Watson, Janet Kelly, Diana Miller, Jayne Roberts, Kara Cook, Lauretta Yutz, Irene Wyatt, Wanda Wyatt, Cece Spink, Linda Maddox, Cayrol Coffman, June Standley and Elsie Sagaser. The Secretary’s and Treasurers Reports were given and approved with $512.86 in gen. funds, $32.31 in girls state funds, and $279.50 in Poppy Fund. Lauretta Yutz and Irene Wyatt reported on delivering gifts to veterans in nursing homes.

At the District meeting, Cece Spink was appointed Sargent at Arms and Linda Maddox Vice President and Membership Chairman.

In New Business; in September we will possibly have representatives from Girls State and Boys with reports of the activities. Callao Parade August 3 with line up at 3:30 p.m.

Bevier Parade August 10, with line-up at 12:30 p.m.

There was a motor cycle escort escort to Columbia for the National Guard Deployment in June. Auxiliary Dues are due in August or September. There will not be a meeting in August. Meeting was adjourned.

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Obituary

Timothy F. Daus

Baptized into the hope of Christ’s resurrection, Wednesday, July 17, 2013.

Beloved father of V.J. (Karen) Christy; loving grandfather of Madeline, Asa, Mattias, Dane and Teagan; dear brother of John (Sandra), Mary and the late William (surviving Mary Ann) Daus; special friend of Susan Fitch; our dearest uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend to many. Services: Memorial visitation at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois, St. Louis, Mo. 63123, Saturday, July 20, from 3-4 pm with a Memorial service at 4 pm. Interment will be held in private. In lieu of flowers contributions to American Cancer Society appreciated.

Macon Senior Center/ Meals on Wheel Menu Jul. 29-Aug. 2 • 660-385-6411 Monday, July 29

Smothered Steak, buttered potatoes, lima beans, bread, apple rings.

Tuesday, July 30

BBQ Riblette, Oriental slaw, French fries, oatmeal cookie.

Wednesday, July 31

Chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, scalloped corn, pudding, fruit.

Thursday, August 1

Country fried steak, green beans, beets, Jell-o, roll.

Friday, August 2

Tenderloin on a bun, onion pasta veggie salad, peas, apple crisp.

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Nov. 12-16 • 660-665-9163 Monday, July 29

Chicken wings, broccoli rice casserole, corn on the cob, banana, bread, cookie, milk.

Tuesday, July 30

Ham with pineapple, sweet potatoes, mixed vegetables, bread, gingerbread with topping, milk.

Wednesday, July 31

Swiss steak, wax beans, corn salad, bread, pears, milk.

Thursday, August 1

Pork roast, mashed potatoes with gravy, peas & carrots, hot rolls, peaches, milk.

Friday, August 2

Tuna casserole, lettuce salad, fruit cocktail, French bread, brownie, milk.

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LOCAL NEWS Trudy Pollock Barnes Trudy Pollock Barnes age 86, of Centralia, Missouri and formerly of La Plata, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at the Macon Healthcare Center in Macon, Missouri.

Trudy was born April 10, 1927 in Jefferson City, Missouri, the daughter of Frederick Alfred and Leona Ellen Nichols Crane. On August 5, 1948 in Columbia, Missouri she was united in marriage to Ralph Eugene Pollock who preceded her in death on July 13, 1989. Also preceding her in death were two sisters, Chloe Rippeto and Louise Hunt; son-in-law, Butch Wood; step-daughter, Phyllis Barnes Lumb.

On February 14, 2000 she married Harold Barnes of Centralia, Missouri who survives. Also surviving are one son, Randall (Dru) Pollock of Columbia, Missouri; two daughters, Ellen Wood and Lori (Dennis) Hall both of La Plata, Missouri; two step-sons, Gene (Kathleen) Barnes and Johnny Barnes both of Centralia, Missouri; one step-daughter, Connie (Gary) Blackmore of Columbia, Missouri; one step-son-in-law, Kenny Lumb of Centralia, Missouri; seven grandchildren, Leslie (Todd) Gray of Columbia, Missouri, Amanda (Clint) Fitzpatrick of La Plata, Missouri, Memory (Bryan) Newton of Gainesville, Texas, Jeremiah (Karla) Jackson of La Plata, Missouri, Angella Jackson of Kirksville, Missouri, Ashley Jackson of Kansas City, Missouri, Jenna Pollock of Columbia, Missouri; nine great-grandchildren; four Barnes grandchildren and numerous Barnes great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Trudy graduated from Hickman High School in Columbia, Missouri in 1945. She attended the St. Paul’s School of Nursing in Dallas, Texas and was employed before her marriage as a physician’s nurse in Columbia. Trudy and Ralph moved to La Plata March 1, 1959 where they purchased the original Christie Funeral Home and Furniture Store. Later they changed the name to the Pollock Funeral Home. Trudy was an active member of the La Plata Christian Church where she had served as Worship Chairman, Educational Chairman, Vacation Bible School Chairman, Sunday School teacher, choir member and Choir Director. She was a member of Atalpal II Club of La Plata, served on the United Way board, La Plata Park Board and taught swimming lessons at the Santa Fe Lake. She was a past President of the Jewels of El Kadir Shrine Club in Kirksville, Missouri. She was also a member of the Missouri Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Directors Association and a licensed Missouri Funeral Director.

After the death of her husband, she and her daughter, Lori operated the funeral home until closing in 1997. After her marriage to Harold in 2000, Trudy moved to Centralia to the Barnes farm.

Trudy and Harold were avid musicians.

Trudy loved to read and enjoyed being in the water. She passed that love of swimming and boating on to her children and grandchildren. The family would spend an entire week every year at a cabin at the lake to enjoy the shared pastime.

Funeral service were held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 21, 2013, at the La Plata Christian Church with Reverend John Gorham officiating. Music was provided by Melvin Bissey, soloist and Janice Mitten, organist. Musical selections were “When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder” and “Take My Hand Precious Lord”. Burial was in the Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Columbia, Missouri.

Pallbearers were Leland Collins, Clint Fitzpatrick, Todd Gray, Jeremiah Jackson, Shaun Holt and Tyler Sadich. Visitation with the family was Saturday evening July 20th, 2013 at Davis-Playle-Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home 2100 E. Shepherd Ave.,Kirksville, Missouri 63501 660-665-2233

Memorials are suggested to the La Plata Library or the Santa Fe Lake.

Roma D. Rodriquez Roma Darline Wilson of La Plata was called home to be with her Lord on July 11, 2013. Roma was born January 21, 1929, the first of four children of Babe and Mary Newkirk Wilson.

Roma was born at home near La Plata and she attended rural area schools where many times her mother was her teacher. Roma attended high school in La Plata.

On October 2, 1946, Roma married Gail Wood and to this union seven children were born.

Gail preceded her in death on January 1, 1971. Roma married George Rodriquez on February 2, 1978 and George preceded her in death on July 13, 2010. Roma was also preceded in death by her parents.

Roma is survived by her seven children, Glenn (Karen) Wood; Gene (Judy) Wood; Charla (Tom) Cupp; Tamera (Kenneth) Wright; Betty Lu (Jimmie) Moore; Jerry Lee (Penny) Wood; Mishel (John) Beever.

Also surviving are her grandchildren, “the dirty dozen”, Kayla (Matthew) Belt, Kelcey (Ralph) Smith, Jeanie (Jake) McLin, Jason (Jaimee) Wood, Shannon (Josh) Garnett, Shane (Rebecca) Cupp, Nickie Bingham, Jerry Ronald Graves, Jamie Graves, Brandon (Libby) Wood, Afton (Josh) Bond, Candy (Jason) Robinson.

Dear to Roma’s heart were her twenty-eight greatgrandchildren: MaKay and Baylon Belt; Weston and Logan Smith; Katlynn and Keaton McLin; Alexis and Kierstin Wood; Chase, Makenzie, and Alexandra Cupp; Kennedy Garnett; Brittaney, Bryce, and Brianna Bingham; Hunter, Lane and Timberlin Graves; Camrie Feinberg, Kohyn, Kooper, and Kail Wood; Saylor, Scout, and Baya Bond; Gavin and Presley Miranda and Jax Robinson.

Roma felt very blessed to be able to welcome her first great-great-grandchild and the fifth generation of the family, Kinzlee Kay Bingham, on May 30, 2013.

Also surviving are her sister Glenna (Bill) Daniel, brothers Lewis (Betty) Wilson, Charles (Carol) Wilson and several nieces and nephews.

Roma was a long time member of Community Presbyterian Church. Roma was well known for her baked goods and wonderful cooking. She cooked for the community by working in numerous cafes. She along with her family enjoyed many days as members of the La Plata Saddle Club. The little white house on East Sanders St. was overfilled with family and friends for holiday meals, not only was there always an abundance of food, but also love and caring family.

Roma often stated she didn’t have a lot of money, but she felt she was the richest women in the world by having the love of large family.

Funeral services were held 1:00 p.m. Sunday (July 14, 2013) at Travis Funeral Chapel, with Reverend John Becker officiating.

Interment followed the service at La Plata Cemetery in La Plata, Missouri.

Pallbearers were Matt Belt, Ralph Smith, Jake McLin, Josh Garnett, Jason Robinson and Josh Bond. Honorary bearers were her grandchildren.

Expressions of sympathy in memory of Roma Rodriquez may be made to the La Plata Nursing Home. Memorials may be left at or mailed to Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church, La Plata, Missouri 63549.

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LOCAL NEWS Blonde But Blunt

MORE YOUTH HELP WITH HEALING GARDENS

BY BECKY JEFFCOAT EDITOR EMERITUS lpnews@marktwain.net

Funny how things do an about face to bite you in the butt! But, karma is someone that you shouldn’t mess with if you can’t sit on the porch with the Big Dogs! It pleases me just to sit back and watch.

I do that sometimes in the mall. Just sit back and watch. I wonder if the parents know how their kids left the house in the morning or if they knew about those piercings and tattoo’s that might be covered up at home that are now displayed for the rest of us to see. I guess that saying about “Ignorance is Bliss” is somewhat true.

The same thing could be said about some of the world happenings, such as Travon Martin. Let it be. The verdict is in and it should stay. Those jurors did the job they were asked to do by the state and with the acceptance of both the prosecutor and the plaintiff. I sit and watch the news and wonder how many things weren’t said or touched upon, such as, we saw several photos of the boy when he was 13 and innocent, we didn’t see any photos splashed all over the news at this current age of 17, we didn’t hear the facts that Zimmerman turned to walk away and Martin followed him. Are we not allowed to protect ourselves and our families? I guarantee if someone was threatening me or a family member, I’m standing up for myself.

No matter what!!

JEFFCOAT

The government needs a vacation I think. Not those million dollar getaways, but a breather from the office. Sit down, have a beer, listen to your family and think about what you would do if it were yours! No one, and I mean no one, is safe from 100% harms way, I wish we were in that bubble, but here in the real world, it’s nip and tuck from right or wrong.

We do what the law says and we are wrong, we do what we think is right and we are wrong. It’s sad that the government reacts to threats and riots instead of upholding and standing up for what is right backing us, the voters, that put them in that place. Maybe we need to think about that next time we vote. I’m not much of a politician, but I believe in my family, believe in right from wrong and believe in those that promise me to uphold that. Shame on you if you didn’t.

Still traveling back and forth from Columbia to La Plata, being your editor, bringing you the news and keeping Randy in check, lol. Glad he’s back from vacation, missed him. Don’t tell him I said that.

Keep It Kool, Bec

The Macon County 4-H Youth Leaders are ready to stain the fence in the Tower Garden at Samaritan Hospital Healing Gardens. Master Gardener, Elaine Nuhn, guided the project and lent a hand to complete another step in the beautification of the inner courtyards at the hospital. Pictured left to right are: Lori Nelson, 4-H parent and volunteer, Youth Leaders Leevi Walker, Johnathan Walker, Kristopher Walker, Rebecca Nelson, Ben Nelson ,Kim Walker, 4-H parent and volunteer, Elaine Nuhn, Macon/Shelby Master Gardener

Oklahoma Indians 4-H

The Oklahoma Indians 4-H club met at the La Plata Presbyterian Church in the basement. The meeting was called to order

by Madison. The pledges were led by Madison and Molly. Roll was called by MaKenzie, 8 answered.

Treasurer’s report was given by Tanner. Thanks to Elizabeth, Sarah, Naomi, Kirk, Ben, Hannah, Skylar, Tanner, Matt, and Travis for helping with

4-H Fashion Dress Revue The Adair County 4-H Fashion Dress Revue was held at the Adair County Extension Center on July 13, 2013. Pictured are members from Novinger Town and Country 4-H Club and Oklahoma Indians 4-H Club. Winners pictured are front row: Anna Eitel (age 8-10), Brooklynn Couch (8-10).

Back Row is Sarah Larson (11-13), Molly West (14+) and Emily Reardon (14+).

Anna was selected to go

to the State Dress Revue in Columbia. Brooklynn is the alternate for that level. Sarah was chosen as the 11-13 delegate to go to State Dress Revue, Molly was chosen for the alternate for the 14+ age group, and Emily was chosen to go in the 14+ range.

The event was hosted

by Sharron Burns, Jennifer Taylor, Madison Taylor and MaKenzie Beautte, all of the Oklahoma Indians 4-H.

the stream-cleaning. Also thanks to Madison, Trista, Tanner, Skyler, Travis and Justin for taking their pets to the La Plata Nursing Home. Jennifer and Madison gave the Adair County Council report. Thanks to Molly, MaKenzie, Tanner, Larson Family, and Travis for helping at the Jackson Benefit. Madison and Trista gave a report on 4-R camp. Justin, Alan, and Travis gave a report on the

State Sports Fishing Tournament. Adair county 4-H clubs will be holding a fun night on July 12th Adair County Dress review will be July 12th. Our Club’s Projects will be judged on July 15th at 11am, Members need to pick up projects on July 21st at 1 pm.

Demos this month were; MaKenzie: scrapbooking supplies. Skylar: Polish cookies. Tanner: Parts of an arrow. Trista: Grades

SHEPHERD’S CALL

Follow Him

My brother–in-law, Billy, sent word that he had learned to multitask. He was on his knees weeding his garden when he thought, “I’m already down on my knees; so while I am down here, I could pray”. If that is multi-tasking, may we all learn to do it. His words reminded me of Brother Lawrence, a 17th century monk, who referred to his prayer life as “practicing the presence of God”. He seemed to worship better in his kitchen than in the Cathedral. In his kitchen he prayed, “Lord of all pots

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GOOOOOOD MORNING Thomas Hill Lake!

It's a heat wave that has hit my lady's land, hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk! A few sprinkles of rain the last couple of days, just enough to make that ole' humidity go sky high, as if it needs any help. I think that everything is hiding deep in the woods trying to find relief from all this heat.

A brave old possum came out late last night, but the dogs was one step ahead of him and he vanished fast back into the darkness at a fast run!

Funny when they try and step it up!

The surprise birthday party at the Elks last Saturday night was a huge success, thank you everyone for showing up and thanks to my wonderful family for all the hard work that it took to make it all possible. So it is now official.....I am 60 and I think it was the best birthday I have ever had! My wonderful husband got me the pool that I wanted, it's a biggie and what a god send it has been the last week with all this heat. I am trying water exercises to help this body to get in better shape, wish me luck....floating is a lot easier! Night swims are the best, so quiet, the night noises that the country offers are awesome, then in a flash it is broken with me singing to the stars! Oh well the critters don't seem to mind, now if they coyotes start barking when I sing, I promise I will stop!!!

I have had several requests for more simple recipes, here is this weeks: 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies (My family loves them) 1 Cup peanut butter 1 Cup White Sugar I Egg Preheat oven to 350 Combine all ingredients stir until smooth drop on cookie sheet (sprayed) by round teaspoons criss cross tops of balls with fork. Bake 6 - 8 minutes DO NOT over bake, these cookies are best slightly brown. ENJOY Take time to enjoy the little things around you, you will be surprise that someday you will look back and see they are the biggies!!!

As Always, Love & Hugs from the lake.......Connie

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and sizes of an egg.

Next meeting will be held at the Santa Fe Lake on August 7th at 6pm. Members present were MaKenzie, Travis, Justin, Skylar, Tanner, Trista, Madison, and Molly. Leaders present were Barbra Thomas, Julie, Jennifer, Brenda, Sharron, and Alan. Visitors were Mike Smith.

Who would be grateful for being jilted at the alter? Nina Cormier is delighted to be alive, the church just exploded and thankfully it was empty. In Keeper of the Bride ,byTess Gerritsen, Nina finds out her live is at stake as she experiences another mere mishap and is run off the road. Why would someone be trying to kill her? As this 'old school romantic mystery' unfolds with explosions, bullets and action find out who is behind the plot to kill. Come in and get this quick read today.

True Love by Jude Deveraux is the beginning of a fantastic new series – the Nantucket Brides trilogy. On the magical Massachusetts island, characters from a new generation of Montgomery – Taggerts are introduced. Alix Madsen is willed the use of a charming nineteenth century Nantucket house for one year by an elderly woman who's relationship to the Madsen family is a mystery. Alix, for reasons of her own accepts the bequest. She finds herself the resident of a haunted mansion and charged with solving a two-hundred year old mystery; Captain Caleb, the ghost who resides with her wants to know what happened to his beloved Valentina. This is not all she has to deal with.

There is an arrogant, and rather handsome man living in the guest house. If you are a Jude Deveraux fan this Contemporary Romance is a must read.

Larry Bond fans Shattered Trident awaits you. Once again Bond delivers a detail account of submarine life during military actions. This is the fourth novel featuring aviator-turned submariner Jerry Mitchel. Mitchel is the commander of one of the most deadly attach submarines the Navy has. Expanded sonar capabilities, and new hull design leave out the need for a periscope. While trailing a Chinese nuclear sub. his crew is witnessed the first blow of a war between China and the Littoral Alliance, the sinking of a Vietnamese merchant ship. The US is thrown in the middle. The president is trying to resolve the crisis diplomatically. However, order for the squadron are to interfere with any attacks on both sides. Read this race against time thriller. Find out what the future holds for these men. ***Book descriptions are written from information found on book covers, internet reviews and personal perspectives.

July 30: Parasol Puppets • August 2: End of Summer Reading Program

and pans and things . . . make me a saint by getting meals and washing up the plates”.

Like Brother Lawrence and my brother-in-law, sincere Christians regularly find themselves praying. I often begin my day by asking God to help me practice His presence.

“Lord, make me aware that You are here”, I pray.

Frequently, I sing that portion of the Christmas carol that says, “Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask thee to stay close by me forever . . .” Yet, despite my noble intentions, when I go to bed, I disappointedly remember that much of my busy day I spent oblivious to His presence.

The Bible instructs us to “Pray without ceasing”, (I Thessalonians 5:17) and every time I read or remember those instructions I think, “Lord, I try; but I can’t seem to do it”. While watching the symphony recently, I got a new insight into praying without ceasing. When the camera panned in on a particular musician or section of musicians, I watched them.

They watched their music, i.e. their instructions, their minds were doubtless aware of their instruments and the sounds they must make, but often their eyes looked up at the conductor. Their glances at him were usually brief and probably at critical points; but make no mistake— their focus was on him.

Theirs was not a solo but a symphony led by the maestro. They followed him.

Like me, you may find it difficult to pray without ceasing. We may not be conscious of God’s presence every moment.

Still, all of us must often look to the Father at pivotal points. After all, life is much like a symphony, and we are not soloists; we are in this together, and the Heavenly Father is the Maestro. Follow Him!

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LOCAL NEWS HOME OF DOC SAVAGE

Farmer’s Wife

by Verna Buck

Verna Buck received a call from Lavivian Prough of Kirksville that her son, Darrell Prough, age 66 of Fort Dodge, Iowa, has passed away on July 11, 2013. He is survived by his wife Mary Prough of La Plata and other relatives. Services were held in Iowa on Friday July 19 with burial in Revere, MO. Darrell graduated from Elmer High School, lived in La Plata at one time and worked on ambulance service. Our condolences to the family.

Saturday dinner guests of Verna Buck were ­Eddie

Buck, W.R. Buck and Mike Buck. Janice Summers was a Saturday evening visitor.

The La Plata class of ’51 met Tuesday, July 16 at La Plata Nursing Home for carry-in lunch to share with Erma Lee Billings and Mary Jarman. Present were Shirley Webber, Lenora Grear, Verna Buck, Cecil Taylor, Leland and Mary Moyer, Louise and John Gaughn of Atlanta and Howard and Lucy Eiffert of Columbia. All enjoyed visiting and hope to meet again next month.

by Patty Truitt

The Lester Dent family recently installed a new sign on the outskirts of La Plata, recognizing La Plata as the "Home of Doc Savage", and Lester Dent. John Moore, DVM, was kind enough to let the family put the sign on his property, north of La Plata. Pictured are Jim Dent, Max Davis, and Sherwin Dent.

by Jayne Roberts North Missouri Legion Riders Escort Columbia Honor Flight Three Legion Post Commanders and members of the North Missouri Legion Riders Chapter 228; Kevin Bartholmey, Moberly Post 6, Ralph Thomas Bucklin Post 57, and Robert Maddox Callao Post 360 participated in a night ride escorting returning World War Two military veterans arriving from Washington D.C. on the night of July 3, 2013. The WW II veterans rode in two buses from St. Louis airport.

Over 400 motorcycles met at the Kingdom City Fireman’s Memorial to escort the Central Missouri Honor Flight military veterans into Columbia. The Columbia based Central Missouri Honor Flight has made its mission to transport America’s veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to honor their service and sacrifices. The group has transported over 1,200 World War Two veterans from throughout Central Missouri to Washington, D.C, at no cost to them.

Doug Beldon, Tim Harvey, Missy, Andy, Anna, and Sarah Killen led Church services for the residents and their guests Sunday morning. Those attending were Dale Carr, Jim Hill, Blanche Hoffman, Grace Killen, Dolores White, Jack Weems, Birdie Judd, Loreta Wynne, Isabel Hutcherson, Helen Griswold, Dorothy Dee Daniel, Darrell McDowell, Norma Latimer, Larry Vaughn, Frank & Martha Mason, and Vivian Leftridge. After lunch, Bill Bevan came out and read to the residents. It was a relaxing afternoon, staying cool indoors, while listening to another amazing story.

Holly and the residents played Bingo Monday morning. The grand prize winners were Nancy Hardy, Norma Latimer, and Loreta Wynne. This evening, Susan Bentley was here to play the piano and one of the residents' favorite games, Name That Tune.

The residents played the Nintendo Wii Charge game Tuesday morning. Darrell McDowell and Jack Weems received the most points, making them the Charge Champs!

The Clarence Church of the Nazarene hosted our monthly Birthday Party this afternoon. Rev. Stan and Carla Hudson, along with Harold and Shirley Carrison, served cake and ice cream to the residents.

Those celebrating July Birthdays were Dale Carr, Marilyn Stockmann, and Oreta Imler.

Wednesday ­morning,

the residents were all geared up to play Bingo again. The grand prize winners were Oreta Imler, Nancy Hardy, Marilyn Stockmann, and Loreta Wynne. Our fun Bingo helpers for the morning were Julie, Jackson, and Carson Wood.

Pastor Delbert Earlywine, from the Clarence United Methodist Church, led Bible study this afternoon. The topic of study was "Rely on God". Scripture was read from 1 Peter 3:15-22; 1 Peter 4:5-11.

The Friendship Design class met Thursday morning. Holly and the residents made decorative

Here it is time for me to do an article and I know nothing, because everyone is inside with their airconditioners. My neighbor, Brenda Sizemore, put on her Facebook, “I can't believe summer is almost gone, very little fishing and no swimming so far.”

Well summer is almost over. School starts in a month and we went to Oklahoma and had a cookout for the fourth of July. That is it for a whole summer. Most of my days off I work in the yard early then clean house and do laundry.

Sunday I went to Sunday School and Church then Kenny and I went to Macon and had lunch.

Monday our son Raymond came up to visit for awhile.

Friday my friend Carolyn Hill went to visit her sister Marilyn. Then Sunday they went to St. Jo to visit relatives, in fact most of her family met at the home of her aunts for a family reunion. She said they had lots of fun.

Our granddaughter Kaylee Clause came by for a nice visit today. She is such a happy, bubbly 17 year old and it is always a pleasure to have her visit. No matter what goes wrong she is always in a good mood.

Several of us gathered tonight at the Clarence Senior Center to play cards.

Of course since I won first last week I couldn't get a good hand this week. I did have lots of fun.

I am looking forward to the 7th through 10th of August. That is the Bevier Homecoming. That weekend is also my 50th class reunion and/or family reunion. Since I am from Bevier everything falls on that one week. I can guarantee it will be fun. If you are kin to the Grable family be sure not to miss the reunion, and no one should miss the Bevier Homecoming.

Well till next week stay cool and have a blessed week.

Patty

note cards. Bill Lear and Friends were here this evening. The residents loved singing along to the beautiful music, and they also thoroughly enjoyed visiting afterwards.

Clark Dobbs, from the Macon First Baptist Church, led Bible study Friday morning. The study title was "God Disciplines His People". Scripture was read from 2 Kings 17:7-15, 18-20. Clark told us that God's people were judged for breaking the covenant.

They were conquered and taken into exile. God does not tolerate sin. Holly hosted Popcorn Bingo this afternoon. The grand prize

winners were Isabel Hutcherson, Loreta Wynne, and Martha Mason.

Saturday morning, Ronnie Shores came out and shared his collections of music and story cd's with the residents, then after lunch it was Movie Time with Darrell.

The residents watched "A League of Their Own".

We would like to thank the family of Mary Gertrude Edwards, Tracey Teare, and Billy Sapp for their recent donations to the Care Center. We are beyond blessed by so many caring and thoughtful friends. Have a wonderful week!

Clarence Care Center News

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by Sharron Burns

It has been hot and sticky with the 90's daytime highs. Many farmers have been baling hay.

Crops look good, but rain is needed.

Connie and David Gunnels had Sunday visitors, which included Nikisha, D.J., Kady, Brooklynn and Lance Couch, Rob and Christy Bristow, Dillon Huddleston and Jennifer Gunnels. They celebrated Jennifer's birthday. Also present were Derrick and Hillary, Mike and Timerrick Gunnels.

Connie Gunnels visited her mother, Pearl Perry, in the nursing home in La Plata this week.

The Ham Radio club met in Kirksville at the Fire Station Sunday. Attending were Donna and Bud Seibold, Paul Doi, Kerry Haley, Vance Myers, John Bender. Discussion ensued about considering a new antenna on the tower near Kirksville.

Tanner Schultz visited Linda Pyle this week.

Dimple Lockett's visitors this week included Alvie Bowers, Howard and Tawyna Worcester, Charles and Sharon Howe.

Gayle Mc Vay spent Saturday helping her parents, Marietta and Dean Slaughter. Jerry Summers visited Donna and Bud Seibold last week. Linda Pyles' visitors included Carla Easley and g­ randchildren,

and Mac McRay. Richard Burns attended the Habitat for Humanity meeting in Kirksville Thursday night. Atalpal 2 met Thursday at the American Legion Building for their July meeting.

Sharron and Richard Burns visited Columbia Tuesday for doctor’s appointment. They enjoyed lunch with Amy. MaKenzie Beautte and Sharron Burns worked on 4-H secretary's book at the la Plata Library ­Wednesday.

MaKenzie Beautte, Jennifer Taylor Madison Taylor and Sharron Burns hosted the Adair County 4-H Dress Revue at Kirksville Extension Center Friday night. Local people attending were J .D. Couch, Lance Couch, Kaydee Couch, Brenda West, Ben Larson, Kirk Larson, Olivia Couch, Elaine Larson, Elizabeth Larson, Hannah Larson, Barbara Thomas, Richard and Sharron Burns. Local participants included Molly West, Sarah Larson and Brooklynn Couch.

Richard and Sharron Burns attended the "Once on this Island ... a Musical" at the Kirksville Middle School Saturday evening.

Richard and Sharron Burns enjoyed lunch with Amy Burns in Moberly Sunday.

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by Kathy Nickerson School has started again at Heartland Christian Academy. That may seem strange to readers who are still spending long afternoons at the lake.

We have operated on a year-round school system for several years now, and most families enjoy the schedule. Although we are back in the classrooms in July, our students do get several one-week breaks throughout the year.

We started the project to better accommodate our boarding school students, but we’ve found other advantages. One benefit is the continuity of education. Our students tend to retain

by Marsha Hammons

more of what they’ve learned over a short break than they did over an entire summer.

Plus, families have found lots of vacation options in the off-season that save money and cut down on crowds.

So, even though the weather is still hot and the corn is still growing, we opened the doors and welcomed a whole crop of students back into school.

It was especially fun to see the energetic kindergarteners in their snazzy, little uniforms.

May God bless their brave teacher!

The family of Roma Rodriquez would like to extend our sincere thanks for the many acts of kindness shown to our family during the illness and loss of our loved one.

The many prayers, calls, cards, visits, floral tributes, gifts of food and other items, and memorial donations were all deeply appreciated. Thank you to everyone who attended the services and showered us with kind words and loving support.

A special thank you to Dr. Moots and staff, everyone at Northeast Regional Medical Center and La Plata Nursing Home for the loving care given to Mother. To Travis Funeral Chapel, Reverend John Becker, Paula Thompson, and Melvin Bissey for the beautiful service and to Community Presbyterian Church for the lovely dinner.

Our entire family feels very blessed to be a part of such a loving and caring community.

Grandma Roma would have been proud.

Glenn, Gene, Charla, Tamera, Betty Lu, Jerry & Mishel and Families

Rhoda Graham, Mae Graham, Sarah Grinder and Alex Jennings spent the July 4th weekend with Tim and Georgeanna Vaughn and Kayleigh at their cabin at Pom de Terre.

Tuesday night Mae Graham and Rhoda Graham attended a surprise 80th birthday party for Gene Graham at Jackson Street Park in Macon. Mae Graham and Rhoda Graham went to LaPlata and Kirksville on business. They enjoyed ice cream at Dairy Queen.

Tuesday Noah Graham spent the day with Rhoda Graham.

Ladeanna Jackson visited Rhoda Graham Wednesday.

On July 7 Dolores Harpster attended the wedding of her grandson Cody Stuart and Hillary Voss at the First Baptist Church in Bevier. Dolores Harpster returned home Wednesday from Illinois where she attended the wedding of her niece.

Dan Gaughan , Ed and Beverly Rhoades, Daniel and Julie Kay Howe and Sheridan and Josie Morgan were visitors of Marsha Hammons and Elva Thorne last week.

Justin Hammons of Osage Beach spent Saturday overnight and Sunday with Marsha Hammons and Elva Thorne.

u See CURVES OF MACON TO CLOSE on page 1A

Curves Of Macon To Close When asked what the employees were going to do she replied, “Doris has another business that will keep her busy and I can help there if needed. Then again maybe she will finally retire.” she laughs.

“But I some how doubt it. Anyone who knows Doris, knows that probably won’t happen too soon. What I’m really looking forward to is a vacation and enjoying some free time before entering back into the work force. If the ladies have taught

me anything while working here, it’s to enjoy the small moments and to never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life. I’m going to try and catch up on all those small moments I’ve missed over the years with my own family. I’m really looking forward to that, but also sad to lose my Curves family. It’s been so much fun getting to know each and every one of them.”

City Of La Plata Financial Statement CITY OF LA PLATA STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND EXPENDITURES - CASH BASIS FOR THE SIX MONTH END JUNE 2013 Proprietary Funds

Special Funds

Total

General Fund

Taxes Payments in lieu of taxes Licenses Intergovernmental Charge for services Administrative fees Fines Grant proceeds Loan proceeds Interest Donations Insurance Claim Reimbursement Other Totals

269,764.49 20,600.00 1,887.50 24,488.46 1,247,464.09 38,125.00 6,427.71 9,000.00 0.00 496.02 900.00 0.00 23,211.66 1,642,364.93

128,948.59 20,600.00 1,887.50 24,146.96 56,732.07 38,125.00 6,427.71 9,000.00

Expenditures: Acquisition and processing costs Wages, payroll taxes and benefits Administrative fees Contract services Utilities Repairs, maintennace, building and grounds Insurance Fire Expense Capital outlays/loan payments Supplies and materials Insurance Payments in lieu of taxes Other Totals

767,793.30 331,851.94 38,125.00 50,615.31 30,922.92 54,773.10 0.00 68,562.65 40,218.42 3,077.00 20,600.00 29,943.78 1,436,483.42

Capital Improvement Sales Tax

Park and Recreation

19,927.13

9,039.44

9,039.45

2,258.00

341.50 530.66

Cemetery

D.A.R.E Donations

Library

Golf

Electric

Water

Sewer

5,508.47

470.46

96,830.95

106,801.49

942,736.71

138,405.16

160.00 10,071.61

6,358.15 113,159.64

3,251.89 951,497.07

4,950.00 143,825.62

4,260.26 101,091.21

Receipts:

496.02 900.00 4,231.36 291,495.21

19,927.13

11,297.44

0.00

0.00

170,705.29

731.67

13,232.82

10,249.18 34,170.64 1,125.00

702,141.58 51,025.56 25,000.00

55,402.54 18,165.30 7,500.00

43,820.66 4,500.00

50,028.56 11,673.70 14,037.51

586.75 164.94 201.53

3,024.76 2,789.10

3,774.46 23,770.94

6,792.15 2,574.16

3,411.78 4,258.63

2,081.13 7,141.23

16,424.69 7,928.76 1,646.50

3,076.85

40.98

37,163.76 27,751.44

643.13 1,795.75

28.00 596.48

701.50

11,185.24 2,145.99 729.00

5,391.01 277,836.02

267.38 5,730.62

4,465.70 91,616.15

16,500.00 8,765.92 877,714.57

2,600.00 11,053.77 104,830.90

1,500.00 12.189.01 59,667.50

0.00

0.00

0.00

19,087.66

General Fund expenditures, by department: Administration, legislation and financial Public Safety Streets and public works Total

134,459.16 76,170.62 CITY OF LA PLATA 67,206.24 STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND EXPENDITURES - CASH BASIS 277,836.02 FOR THE SIX MONTH END JUNE 2013

Proprietary Funds

Special Funds

Total

General Fund

Taxes Payments in lieu of taxes Licenses Intergovernmental Charge for services Administrative fees Fines Grant proceeds Loan proceeds Interest Donations Insurance Claim Reimbursement Other Totals

269,764.49 20,600.00 1,887.50 24,488.46 1,247,464.09 38,125.00 6,427.71 9,000.00 0.00 496.02 900.00 0.00 23,211.66 1,642,364.93

128,948.59 20,600.00 1,887.50 24,146.96 56,732.07 38,125.00 6,427.71 9,000.00

Expenditures: Acquisition and processing costs Wages, payroll taxes and benefits Administrative fees Contract services Utilities Repairs, maintennace, building and grounds Insurance Fire Expense Capital outlays/loan payments Supplies and materials Insurance Payments in lieu of taxes Other Totals

767,793.30 331,851.94 38,125.00 50,615.31 30,922.92 54,773.10 0.00 68,562.65 40,218.42 3,077.00 20,600.00 29,943.78 1,436,483.42

Capital Improvement Sales Tax

Park and Recreation

19,927.13

9,039.44

9,039.45

2,258.00

341.50 530.66

Cemetery

D.A.R.E Donations

Library

Golf

Electric

Water

Sewer

5,508.47

470.46

96,830.95

106,801.49

942,736.71

138,405.16

160.00 10,071.61

6,358.15 113,159.64

3,251.89 951,497.07

4,950.00 143,825.62

4,260.26 101,091.21

Receipts:

496.02 900.00 4,231.36 291,495.21

19,927.13

11,297.44

0.00

0.00

170,705.29

731.67

13,232.82

10,249.18 34,170.64 1,125.00

702,141.58 51,025.56 25,000.00

55,402.54 18,165.30 7,500.00

43,820.66 4,500.00

50,028.56 11,673.70 14,037.51

586.75 164.94 201.53

3,024.76 2,789.10

3,774.46 23,770.94

6,792.15 2,574.16

3,411.78 4,258.63

2,081.13 7,141.23

16,424.69 7,928.76 1,646.50

3,076.85

40.98

37,163.76 27,751.44

643.13 1,795.75

28.00 596.48

701.50

11,185.24 2,145.99 729.00

5,391.01 277,836.02

267.38 5,730.62

4,465.70 91,616.15

16,500.00 8,765.92 877,714.57

2,600.00 11,053.77 104,830.90

1,500.00 12.189.01 59,667.50

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0.00

0.00

19,087.66

General Fund expenditures, by department: Administration, legislation and financial Public Safety Streets and public works Total

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Kingdom City Fireman’s Memorial to escort the Central Missouri Honor Flight military veterans into Columbia. The Columbia based Central Missouri Honor Flight has made its mission to transport America’s veterans to

Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to honor their service and sacrifices. The group has transported over 1,200 World War Two veterans from throughout Central Missouri to Washington, D.C, at no cost to them.

La Plata Mayor’s Report

Crew’s working within the City is currently cleaning and cameraing the main sewer lines throughout town.

This should last approximately seven weeks and is necessary to determine

where and how excess water is getting into the sewer system and causing our lagoon to overflow into a creek thereby creating a violation of Department of Natural Resources policy.

For the past 19 consecutive weeks, a water sample from the lagoon has been taken daily and sent to a laboratory in Columbia to monitor this spill. It cost the City thousands of dollars as the daily samples were time-sensitive and many had to be driven to the lab. This was required seven days a week.

After camera crews are done, then the entire City will be smoke tested by the

Missouri Rural Water Association where individuals will be required to correct any situation located on their private property whereby this is occurring.

While crews are

c­leaning and televising these lines, it is possible that a sewage backup might happen. If so, notify City Hall and a crew will be sent by the cameraing company to do a cleanup.

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To All Persons Interested In The Estate of Clarence E. Fessler.

On July 15, 2013, the Last Will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, Dennis E. Fessler, Ronnie J. Fessler and Bette J. Pillers were appointed personal representative's of the estate of Clarence E. Fessler, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri.

The Co-Personal Representatives' business addresses and phone number are Dennis E. Fessler, 1103 Meadow Lane, Macon, MO 63552; Ronnie J. Fessler, 919 Sunset Drive, Macon, MO 63552; and Bette J. Pillers, 1104 Crestview Drive, Macon, MO 63552.

The Personal Representatives' attorney's name, business address and phone number is: Paul Parkinson, 218 N. Rollins Street, Suite 103, P.O. Box 596, Macon, MO 63552.

All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two (2) months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law.

Such six (6) month period and such two (2) month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one (1) year after the decedent's death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods.

Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent's liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent's death: March 31, 2013.

Date of first publication: July 24, 2013. /s/ Denise Ziebarth, Probate Clerk Dates of publication are July 24 and 31, 2013 and August 7 and 14, 2013.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Velocity 12u Wins Championship

Garden Club

Velocity 12u won the championship plaque in the ASA 14u Silver Streaks Tournament held in Palmyra, MO on July 13-14, 2013. They were undefeated throughout their 6 games in the tournament. Pitching and defense combined for three shut-out games. Velocity allowed 6 runs and scored 60 runs during the tournament. The team will go to the Show-Me State Games in Columbia before heading to the ASA Northern National Tournament in Bloomington, Indiana. Team members include: (left to right)- Aleassa Hruska (Atlanta), Lauren Youngblood (Monroe City), Summer Wood (LaPlata), Rachel Smith (Monroe City), Jillian King (Macon), Bryn Wooldridge (Salisbury), Haylee Petre (Atlanta), Baileigh Horne (Macon), Mary Bradley (Bevier), Peyton Milburn (Macon), and McKenzie West (Monroe City). They are coached by Tabetha Petre, Jeff Milburn, Tim Wood, and Shawn Petre. Tryouts for the 2014 season for 12u will be held Saturday, August 3rd at Schelle Fields in Macon starting at 10am.

The Garden Club met at the home of Irene Osborn Monday July 15 at 1:30 pm. Meeting was called to order by the president Irene with the repeating of the Pledge of Allegiance and the Pledge of the State Flag.

Roll call was a favorite 4th of July memory. Was some interesting answers given.

No old business given.

New business: We voted to give 50 dollars to the La Plata Nursing home toward the purchase of an ice cream machine.

Macon County BackTo-School Health & Safety Fair

The Macon County Back-to-School Health and Safety Fair for Macon County children Kindergarten through 5th grades will be held on Saturday, August 3, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the EXPO Building at the Macon County Park on Hwy 63 South in Macon. New games and activities and exhibits as well as the familiar ones will take place this year. School supplies and health and safety information will be plentiful! Come and check it all out!

This event is free of charge. Participants must reside in Macon County.

Children must attend school in Macon County and be present to receive their bag of school supplies. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Younger and older siblings are welcome to participate in the fair but will not receive school supplies.

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A card was signed and sent to Betty Forbes in the La Plata Nursing home.

Thought for the day was read by the president. Penny drill was won by Margaret.

Irene gave a program on the Primrose. Was interesting. They are a native of Missouri and also grow in other southern States.

Leila won the Name the Presidents game. The hostess served a delicious Jello salad, candy, nuts and crackers. Meeting was adjourned and we all visited for a while.

ticipate in all of the games and activities. There will be parking in front of the EXPO Building and along the driveway through the park. Please do not park on the west side of the EXPO building as this space is reserved for the rescue vehicles and the Air Evac Helicopter. Please exercise extreme caution as you make your way through traffic and parked cars. We appreciate your cooperation.

The Emergency and Rescue Squad vehicles and Air Evac helicopter will be present. The Roll Car will be there from the Troop B Highway Patrol.

There will be indoor and outdoor games and many other fun activities. More than 30 organizations and agencies will provide give aways, games and activities for the children in our county that teach health and safety concepts. Some of the exhibitors include the Macon County Health Department; the Macon Fire and Police Departments; the Macon County Extension Center, 4-H; the Department of Transportation; the area schools and child care centers; area churches; area banks; and health-related organizations.

The Back-to-School Health and Safety Fair is sponsored by the Macon County Health Department, the Family Support Division, the Macon County Extension Center, NECAC, Macon/Atlanta State Bank and representatives from the La Plata School, Atlanta School, Tri-County School and Macon R-1 School. For information concerning the Back-to-School Health and Safety Fair, contact Jane Hunter at 660-3852173. Come and join in the fun!

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Meeting

TOPS MO0877 La Plata met Tuesday, July 16 with 6 members weighing in.

Gail led the meeting.

Roll was “Did you lose weight?”

Best loser was Barb Y and runner-up was Janet.

KOPS Veva and Barbara G. remained within their 10-pound leeway.

Janet gave the program entitled “Walking.” Walking is good for the mind, body and soul. It improves muscle pain, reduces blood pressure, builds endurance, helps depression and every mile burns 100 to 150 calories. Consider that walking rate is 100 steps a minute or 3,000 steps in 30 minutes. Get started today!

Anyone interested in visiting or joining TOPS is Welcome. You may call Gail at 660-651-3025 for more information.

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